Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
If deduction is made contrary to the provisions of the Payment of Wages Act, 1936 the aggrieved employee can write to the inspector appointed under the Act within the time period given below from the date on which the deduction from wages was made or the date on which the payment of wages is due:
A)
two years
B)
one year
C)
twelve months
D)
six weeks
Under the Payment of Wages Act, 1936, an application regarding unauthorised deductions or delayed payment must be made within **one year** from the date on which the deduction was made or the date on which wages became due. Hence, the correct answer is **(b) one year**. The other options are incorrect because the Act prescribes a one-year limitation period, not two years, twelve months separately, or six weeks.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
Explain the provision related to working hours, overtime and payment of wages in kind under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
The total amount of deductions from wages of employees should not exceed __________ percentage.
A)
50 %
B)
70 %
C)
25 %
D)
40 %
Under the Payment of Wages Act, 1936, the total deductions from wages in any wage-period must not exceed 50% of the wages. In certain cases involving payments to co-operative societies, the overall deduction limit can go up to 75%, but the general rule asked in such MCQs is 50%. Hence, option (a) is correct.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
What is the primary function of Workers Facilitation Centers under the Unorganised Social Security Act, 2008?
A)
To conduct training programs for unorganised workers.
B)
To provide financial aid to unorganised workers.
C)
To monitor the working conditions of unorganised workers.
D)
To disseminate information on social security schemes and assist in registration of unorganised workers.
Under the Unorganised Workers’ Social Security Act, 2008, Workers Facilitation Centres are meant to help unorganised workers by spreading awareness about social security schemes and assisting them in registration. They act as support points for enrolment and information, not as training centres, financial-aid providers, or inspection bodies. Therefore, option (d) is correct.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
What is the role of the State Government in implementing social security schemes for unorganised workers?
A)
To conduct legal proceedings against unorganised workers.
B)
To constitute the State Social Security Board and implement the Act at the state level.
C)
To formulate social security policies for the central government.
D)
To provide direct financial assistance to unorganised workers.
Under the Unorganised Workers’ Social Security Act, 2008, the State Government is responsible for setting up the State Social Security Board and for implementing social security measures at the state level. The Board helps coordinate welfare schemes for unorganised workers. Option (a) is incorrect because the Act is welfare-oriented, not punitive. Option (c) is incorrect because policy formulation for the Central Government is not the State Government’s role here. Option (d) is too narrow and inaccurate, since the State Government’s role is broader than direct cash assistance.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
Which Labour Legislation has been enacted on the basis of Right to Association as given under the Fundamental Rights of the Indian Constitution?
A)
Minimum Wages Act
B)
Payment of Wages Act
C)
Trade Unions Act
D)
Industrial Disputes Act
The Fundamental Right to form associations is guaranteed under Article 19(1)(c) of the Indian Constitution. The labour legislation that directly gives legal recognition to workers' associations/unions on this basis is the Trade Unions Act, 1926. It provides for registration of trade unions and protects their lawful functioning. The Minimum Wages Act and Payment of Wages Act deal with wage regulation, while the Industrial Disputes Act deals with settlement of industrial disputes, not the right of association.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
What is the significance of the Indian Judiciary in protecting the rights of unorganised workers?
A)
Creating obstacles for unorganised workers.
B)
Ignoring the rights of unorganised workers.
C)
Promoting exploitation of unorganised workers.
D)
Protecting the interests of weaker sections of society and enforcing labour welfare laws.
The Indian Judiciary plays an important protective role by interpreting the Constitution and labour laws in favour of vulnerable and unorganised workers. It helps safeguard the interests of weaker sections of society and ensures enforcement of labour welfare legislation. The other options are incorrect because the judiciary does not create obstacles, ignore rights, or promote exploitation; rather, it acts as a protector of labour rights.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
Under the Act, no fine can be imposed on an employed person who is under the age of:
A)
14 years
B)
21 years
C)
18 years
D)
15 years
Under the Payment of Wages Act, 1936, no fine can be imposed on an employed person who is under 15 years of age. This is a statutory protection for young workers. Therefore, option (d) 15 years is correct. The other options are incorrect because the Act specifically uses the age limit of 15 years, not 14, 18, or 21.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
The Trade Unions Act empowers a trade union to create a General Fund for its administration and maintenance. A trade union purchased shares in the Unit Trust of India to enhance its General Fund Account. Which of the following is not correct as per law?
A)
The trade union can raise its fund by such type of investments.
B)
The trade union can raise its funds by such investments with the permission of appropriate government.
C)
The trade union can raise its fund by such investments with the consent of its general body.
D)
The trade union cannot do so as it is an attempt towards profit making.
Under the Trade Unions Act, 1926, the general funds of a trade union can be spent only for specified administrative and lawful purposes under Section 15. The Act does not permit a trade union to use its general fund for speculative or profit-making investment activity like purchasing shares merely to earn profit. Therefore, the statement that it cannot do so because it is an attempt towards profit making is the correct legal position. The other options are not correct because such investments are not made valid merely by permission of government or by consent of the general body unless they are otherwise authorized by law.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
Minimum wages payable under the Payment of Wages Act, 1948 shall be paid:
A)
In cash
B)
In kind
C)
Either cash or in Kind
D)
Partly in cash and partly in kind
Under the Payment of Wages Act, 1948, wages are generally required to be paid in current coin or currency notes, i.e., in cash. Payment in kind is not the normal mode under the Act. Therefore, the correct option is (a) In cash.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
According to Section 8 of the Unorganised Workers’ Social Security Act, 2008 the State Government can direct that record-keeping functions in rural areas be performed by:
A)
Gram Sabha
B)
District Panchayat
C)
State Labour Department
D)
Self-Help Groups
Section 8 of the Unorganised Workers’ Social Security Act, 2008 provides for the district administration to maintain records of unorganised workers. In rural areas, the State Government may direct that such record-keeping functions be performed by the District Panchayat. Hence, the correct option is District Panchayat. The other options are not the statutory body specified for this function under Section 8.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
Definition of “Employee” under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948 includes:
A)
Skilled labour – Clerical labour
B)
Skilled and unskilled both labour – Manual labour
C)
Skilled and unskilled both labour – Manual and clerical both labour
D)
Unskilled labour – Manual labour
Under the Minimum Wages Act, 1948, an ‘employee’ means any person employed for hire or reward to do any work, skilled or unskilled, manual or clerical, in a scheduled employment. Therefore, the definition includes both skilled and unskilled work, and both manual and clerical work. Options (a), (b), and (d) are incomplete because they omit either clerical work or one of the skill categories.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
According to Section 7(1) of the Employment Exchange (Compulsary Notification of Vacancies) Act, 1959. What is the maximum fine for a first-time failure to notify a vacancy?
A)
100
B)
250
C)
500
D)
1000
Section 7(1) of the Employment Exchange (Compulsory Notification of Vacancies) Act, 1959 provides that a first-time contravention for failure to notify vacancies is punishable with a fine which may extend to Rs. 500. For a continuing offence, the fine can be higher, but for the first offence the maximum is Rs. 500. Hence, option (c) is correct.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
According to Section 10 of The Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Cess Act, 1996, how can the amount due under this Act (including interest/penalty) be recovered from an employer?
A)
As a civil penalty
B)
As an arrear of land revenue
C)
By seizing the construction site
D)
Through a labor court judgment
Section 10 of the Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Cess Act, 1996 provides that any amount due under the Act, including interest or penalty, may be recovered from the employer as an arrear of land revenue. Therefore, option (b) is correct. The other options are incorrect because the Act does not describe recovery as a civil penalty, seizure of the site, or by a labour court judgment.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
What will be the minimum number of workers required for organizing a trade union for registration according to the latest amendment under the Trade Unions’ Act, 1926?
A)
7 workers
B)
10 %
C)
100
D)
10% or 100 or 7 workers
Under the Trade Unions Act, 1926 as amended, a trade union can be registered if it has at least 7 members. However, for registration of a union of workers, the latest amendment requires at least 10% of the workers or 100 workers, whichever is less, with a minimum of 7 workers. Therefore, the correct option is the combined statement given in option (d). Options (a), (b), and (c) mention only part of the rule and are incomplete.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
What does the Unorganised Workers Social Security Act, 2008 define as an unorganised worker?
A)
Only a wage worker in the unorganised sector.
B)
An employed worker in the organised sector.
C)
A worker with more than 10 years of experience.
D)
An employed worker, contract worker, casual and bonded labor, or a wage worker in the unorganised sector.
The Unorganised Workers’ Social Security Act, 2008 defines an unorganised worker broadly as a home-based worker, self-employed worker or wage worker in the unorganised sector, and it includes contract workers, casual workers and bonded labourers. Hence option (d) is the closest and correct choice. Options (a), (b), and (c) are incorrect because the definition is not limited only to wage workers, does not refer to organised-sector workers, and is not based on years of experience.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
According to Section 4(1) of the Payment of Wages Act, 1936, no wage period shall exceed:
A)
One month
B)
One Week
C)
Two Weeks
D)
Two months
Section 4(1) of the Payment of Wages Act, 1936 provides that every person responsible for the payment of wages shall fix wage periods, and no wage period shall exceed one month. Therefore, the correct answer is One month. The other options are incorrect because the Act does not permit wage periods of one week, two weeks, or two months.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
Define ‘Trade Union’. Explain the “Rights and Liabilities of Registered Trade Unions”.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
Which of the following is not included under the definition of wages given under the Payment of Wages Act, 1936?
A)
Basic Wage
B)
Dearness Allowance
C)
Incentive
D)
Gratuity
Under the Payment of Wages Act, 1936, 'wages' includes basic wage and dearness allowance, and also other remuneration if paid regularly. However, gratuity is not included in the statutory definition of wages. Therefore, the correct answer is Gratuity. Options (a) Basic Wage and (b) Dearness Allowance are included, and (c) Incentive can be part of remuneration depending on the terms, but gratuity is specifically excluded.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
Under Section 12(1) of the Building & Other Construction Workers (Regulation of Employment & Condition of Service) Act, 1966. What is the minimum age requirement for a building worker to register as a beneficiary?
A)
16 years
B)
25 years
C)
21 years
D)
18 years
Under the BOCW Act, a building worker can be registered as a beneficiary only if he/she has completed 18 years of age. Therefore, the minimum age requirement is 18 years. The other options (16, 21, 25 years) do not match the statutory eligibility condition.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
An enterprise owned by individuals or self-employed workers and engaged in the production or sale of goods or providing service of any kind whatsoever, and where the enterprise employs workers, the number of such workers is less than ten;
A)
non-organised sector
B)
organised sector
C)
inorganised sector
D)
unorganised sector
This is the definition of the **unorganised sector** under the Unorganised Workers' Social Security Act, 2008. It refers to an enterprise owned by individuals or self-employed workers engaged in producing or selling goods or providing services, where the number of workers is **less than ten**. The other options are not the standard legal term used in the Act.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
“Establishment” under the Building and other Construction Worker (RE&C of Service) Act, 1996 does not include an individual who employs such workers in any building or construction work in relation to his own residence the total cost of such construction not being more than rupees.
A)
Twenty Lakhs
B)
Ten Lakhs
C)
Thirty Lakhs
D)
Fifty Lakhs
Under the Building and Other Construction Workers (RE&C of Service) Act, 1996, the term ‘establishment’ does not include an individual who employs workers for construction of his own residence, provided the total cost of such construction does not exceed Rs. 10 lakhs. Therefore, the correct answer is Ten Lakhs. The other options are incorrect because the Act specifically uses the limit of Rs. 10 lakhs, not 20, 30, or 50 lakhs.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
The main objective of the Unorganised Workers Social Security Act, 2008 is:
A)
To increase the wages of unorganised workers
B)
To exclude unorganised workers from social security benefits
C)
To regulate the working hours of unorganised workers
D)
To provide social security and welfare to unorganised workers
The Unorganised Workers' Social Security Act, 2008 was enacted to provide social security measures and welfare schemes for unorganised workers. It aims at ensuring benefits such as life and disability cover, health and maternity benefits, and old age protection. The other options are incorrect because the Act is not mainly about wage increase, exclusion from benefits, or regulation of working hours.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
What are the main objectives of the Payment of Wages Act, 1936? Discuss the provisions regarding the authorized deductions and time of payment of wages.
Labour Officer • 2026 • Paper-III
What is the primary objective of the Building & Other Construction Workers Welfare Cess Act, 1996?
A)
To regulate working hours of construction workers
B)
To levy and collect cess to fund the welfare boards
C)
To prevent child labor at construction sites
D)
To regulate the safety of construction machinery
The Building and Other Construction Workers Welfare Cess Act, 1996 was enacted to levy and collect a cess on construction costs so that the proceeds can be used for the welfare of building and other construction workers through welfare boards. Option (a) is related to labour regulation generally, not the main purpose of this Act. Option (c) is addressed by child labour laws, not this cess Act. Option (d) relates to safety regulations under other labour and safety laws.
